CC usually likes to get out and about as much as possible, but the very, very, very muggy summer has left him feeling most lethargic. Furthermore, the limited energy he does have has been spent on the slow process of moving into the penguins’ new abode and on the search for furniture (he loves GoodWood and had a great time checking out the antique shops in Fredericksburg). Despite the heat and moving he has, however, found the time and energy to get in some art and treats; of course the weather makes trips to Dairy Queen all that more urgent.
Last week CC went on a tour of Anderson House, home of the Society of Cincinnati. Built in the early 20th century, the ornate Beaux Arts mansion is filled with an eclectic collection of fine and decorative arts. It wasn’t CC’s first visit to Anderson House; he had been there before for the Phillips Collection Gala After-party. On that occasion, however, he had been more concerned with making certain his glass of champagne was continually full than with perusing the collection, so he appreciated the opportunity to return under more sober circumstances.
Although Saturday was without a doubt one of the nastiest days of the year (nothing like a heat index of 108), CC managed to make his way to Irvine Contemporary for the closing party of the exhibition Picture Planes: Rob Mellor and Alexa Meade & Gaia: The Urban Romantic! He watched Alexa Meade’s last on-site portrait session, socialized and kept cool with white sangria (always a good summer drink). He’s looking forward to this Saturday’s opening party for the gallery’s next show, Introductions 6, he just hopes it won’t be quite so steamy. CC's arty evening didn't end there, but before making his way to the Hamiltonian Gallery for the opening of New Now 2010, a show introducing the 2010 Hamiltonian Fellows, he stopped by ACKC for a much needed icy treat (much to his delight the shop now has a sundae bar that includes peanut butter topping).
Monday CC found himself at one of the always enjoyable Pink Line Project Salon Contras. It was a surprisingly pleasant evening, so guests sat outside as they learned about and discussed George Mason’s Container Space Project, a prototype for an off-grid mobile gallery that will remain part of the university’s School of Art, as well as container projects in Haiti. CC enjoyed the talk and checking out some of the fun new works on display in the Pink Line Project headquarters...of course now he wants more art for his new abode (although it might be more responsible to find a sofa first).
